Iran says over 125,000 civilian units damaged in attacks since Feb. 28

More than 125,000 civilian units across Iran have been damaged in attacks since Feb. 28, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society said Friday. Around 100,000 of these are residential properties, with some completely destroyed and others partially damaged, said Pir Hossein Kolivand, head of the humanitarian aid group.

Infrastructure damage

At least 23,500 units are commercial properties, affecting businesses and civilian livelihoods, Iran's state broadcaster IRIB cited Kolivand as saying. Some 339 medical facilities — including hospitals, pharmacies, laboratories, health centers and emergency units — have been damaged, with some rendered inoperable and others resuming partial or full operations. In addition, Kolivand said 32 universities, 857 schools, and 20 Red Crescent centers were also damaged in the attacks.

Key infrastructure

Kolivand noted that around 15 key infrastructure sites, including fuel storage facilities, airports, and civilian aircraft, were also damaged. He added that a number of ambulances and Red Crescent vehicles were directly hit while carrying out operations. He said documentation of the damage is being compiled and will be shared with relevant platforms before being submitted to international bodies.

Ceasefire context

The US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday, brokered by Pakistan, as part of efforts to reach a broader agreement to end the conflict launched by Washington and Tel Aviv against Tehran, which has left thousands killed and wounded. Iran's forensic authority has reported over 3,000 killed in the attacks since Feb. 28.